Mingyur Rinpoche is firmly rooted in the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, more specifically in the Karma Kagyu lineage. Within this stream of practice and realization, he is recognized as the 7th Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, continuing a line of teachers who emphasize direct meditative experience and the living transmission of insight. His role is not merely nominal; it reflects a deep training in the contemplative methods and philosophical outlook characteristic of this lineage. The Kagyu school, to which Karma Kagyu belongs, is particularly known for its focus on meditation and the close, experiential relationship between teacher and student.

At the same time, Mingyur Rinpoche is also associated with the Nyingma tradition, and his training and teaching draw from both Karma Kagyu and Nyingma lineages. This dual grounding allows him to present teachings that reflect the richness of both currents, while still remaining institutionally identified with Karma Kagyu. Rather than standing at odds, these traditions intersect in his life as complementary expressions of the same contemplative heritage. In this way, his activity as a meditation master can be seen as a bridge between related streams of Tibetan Buddhist practice, while his primary affiliation remains with the Karma Kagyu school.